COGNICURRENT

A Chinese expert has expressed skepticism about finalizing a code of conduct for the South China Sea by 2026, citing the impact of the Philippines chairing ASEAN.

In 2025, the South China Sea experienced an unprecedented Chinese naval presence with an average of 241 operational ships daily, reflecting a clear strategy by Beijing.

The Commander of U.S. Forces in Korea, General Jay B. Bruns, apologized to South Korea for failing to inform them in advance about a joint air training exercise that led to a confrontation with Chinese fighter jets.

A US report reveals that Chinese maritime militia deployments in the South China Sea reached an average of 241 vessels per day in 2025, marking a new record amidst decreasing involvement of civilian fishing fleets.

A new Chinese Type 09V attack submarine has been spotted in the Bohai Sea, showcasing significant advancements in technology and size compared to previous models.

The film 'Chinese Sea' is inspired by the life of fighter Remigijus Morkevičius and features Marius Misiūnas, a longtime trainer and director of the 'Titanas' club, who initially consulted on the project before taking on an acting role.

The United States plans to increase the presence of advanced missile systems and military capabilities in the Philippines as a deterrent against Chinese aggression in the South China Sea.

U.S. military aircraft conducted training near China's Air Defense Identification Zone, leading to a brief standoff with Chinese jets over the Yellow Sea.

The Chinese coastguard is increasingly utilizing drones for operations at Scarborough Shoal, highlighting their strategic importance in territorial disputes in the South China Sea.

Around 2,000 Chinese fishing vessels have gathered in the East China Sea, forming coordinated patterns that concern regional analysts and governments.

Jian Huang discusses his experience filming the 'Chinese Sea', particularly a Moon Festival scene created through improvisation, and shares insights on the significance of Chinese New Year.

Japan has confiscated a Chinese fishing boat off the coast of Nagasaki, arresting its captain for allegedly evading an inspection.

An impressive deployment of about 2,000 Chinese fishing boats has created a floating wall in the East China Sea near the disputed median line between China and Japan.

Claims have emerged about a Chinese spy ship allegedly arriving in the Arabian Sea to track the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln near Iranian shores amidst increasing military tensions between Washington and Tehran.

An Iranian Shahed-139 drone approaching the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea raises concerns about Iran's potential real-time tracking capabilities provided by Chinese Yaogan and Jilin satellites.

An Iranian Shahed drone approached the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea, raising questions about its proximity and whether advanced Chinese satellites aided in its surveillance.

The US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln and the Chinese research vessel Dayang Yihao are currently operating in the Arabian Sea, with the latter conducting scientific surveys.

Taiwan is on heightened alert in response to recent military activities and threats from China in the region.